SAE Chicago

Open House 4/6

Classes Start 5/13

SAE Institute Chicago

Located in the heart of River North neighborhood, SAE Institute Chicago is convenient to mass transportation, parking, and all the amenities of downtown Chicago.

Opening its doors in 2012, the SAE Institute Chicago campus includes eight studios, workstations, classrooms, and an 82-seat HD surround sound theater to create the optimal learning experience for every student. The studios feature industry standard hardware and software from Solid State Logic, Slate Digital, Toft, Avid, and more.

We believe in a strong emphasis on hands-on application, and collaborative training is also built into the curriculum to provide practical experiences that mirror what happens in an industry environment.

About Chicago

The lakeside city of Chicago is renowned for its relaxed, laidback atmosphere, beautiful beaches, creative local community, killer deep dish pizza and sports fanatics. As a multicultural city that thrives on the harmony and diversity of its neighborhoods, Chicago today embodies the values of America's heartland-integrity, hard work and community and reflects the ideals in the social fabric of its 77 distinct neighborhoods.

Physicians Immediate Care - West Loop

Rush University Medical Center

CHICAGO TRANSPORTATION

The Chicago campus located downtown in the heart of River North (gallery district) and a 10 minute walk from the to the lake. Cycle and walking tracks connect the campus to both hubs. Crossroads for the campus are Chicago Ave. and N. Orleans.

Ride the El (Subway), take a bus, hail a taxi or hop on a DIVY bike! For more information, see below.

Public Transit

CTA Card/CTA Plus Cards must be purchased to use Chicago Public Transportation. (CTA buses take exact change in addition to CTA cards).

CTA Bus System

Chicago is rated one of the top 10 bicycling cities in the U.S.. With many of bike-friendly street routes in addition to the Chicago Lakefront Bike Path, running 18.5 linear miles along Lake Michigan, you will be sure to have one effective and beautiful ride.

Another option for cycling is the Divvy system, the bike sharing program in Chicago. Bikes can be rented for $7 per 24 hour pass, or $75 for a yearly membership which includes unlimited 30-minute rides. With hundreds of stations across Chicago, the Divvy system makes getting where you’re going easy and convenient without having to use public transportation or buying your own bike.

Walking

Chicago has some of the most amazing weather! The most comfortable months to walk in the city are April thru October.

Housing Options in Chicago

This Student Housing Guide and other housing information are provided as a courtesy to students for reference only. SAE Institute has no affiliation with any landlord or property owner. SAE Institute does not investigate, endorse or guarantee information provided by third parties.

All agreements or contractual arrangements related to housing rentals or leases are strictly between the student or other responsible party and the property owner or landlord.